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Brits moving house urged to remember 1 task or risk fines up to £1,000
Brits moving homes have been urged to remember to complete one task or risk facing huge fines. It comes as new research by temporary car insurance experts Dayinsure found that, among 2,000 adults, more than half prioritise unpacking over completing the important task.
TL;DR
- Failing to update your address on your driving licence after moving house is a breach of the Road Traffic Act 1988.
- Drivers can face fines of up to £1,000 for not updating their driving licence address.
- Almost 14% of movers admitted to never updating their address on their driving licence.
- Delaying updates to car insurance can invalidate cover, leading to claim rejections and potential police fines.
- Keeping the DVLA and car insurance providers informed of address changes is a legal requirement and essential for valid cover.